get used to — to gradually become comfortable with or accustomed to something new or different
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to gradually become comfortable with or accustomed to something new or different
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɡet ˈjuːst tuː/
Example Sentences
- I'm still trying to get used to my roommate's habit of singing opera in the shower.
- After moving to Korea, it took her a while to get used to eating kimchi with every meal.
- My cat will never get used to the vacuum cleaner - it's like meeting a monster every time.
get used to
VERB[/ɡet ˈjuːst tuː/]
to gradually become comfortable with or accustomed to something new or different
to gradually become comfortable with or accustomed to something new or different
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase combines the verb 'get' with the past participle 'used', derived from Latin 'uti' (to use). Over time, the construction evolved from literal meaning 'to become used' into the figurative sense of 'to become accustomed or familiar with something through repeated exposure'.
Breakdown
get (to become) + used (past participle of 'use', from Latin 'uti' meaning to use) + to (preposition indicating direction or relationship). The phrase functions as a phrasal verb where 'get' serves as a causative auxiliary and 'used to' indicates the state of familiarity.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I'm still trying to get used to my roommate's habit of singing opera in the shower.”
“After moving to Korea, it took her a while to get used to eating kimchi with every meal.”
“My cat will never get used to the vacuum cleaner - it's like meeting a monster every time.”
“Students need time to get used to the new online learning platform.”
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